For decades, the Lehigh Valley has been known to business leaders for three important qualities. Location, location and location. Nestled along Interstate 78 between Philadelphia and New York, the region has always been attractive to companies looking to ship their products up and down the East Coast. That's evidenced by the array of warehouses that sit astride the Valley's highways. But as the Valley grows in popularity, some of its other strengths are getting attention. "Companies know the benefits of working with such entities as Lehigh University as well as the region's Ben Franklin Technology Partners team, Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corp., and of...

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For decades, the Lehigh Valley has been known to business leaders for three important qualities.
Location, location and location.
Nestled along Interstate 78 between Philadelphia and New York, the region has always been attractive to companies looking...

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